Jani Be Good

A quiet, closely observed family drama that sits with a young girl's ache and the silences between the people she loves.

Directed by

Ariani Darmawan

Genres

Drama, Family

Starring

Chempa Puteri, Sigi Wimala, Tutie Kirana

Overview

Ten days after her sister Julia leaves home without a word, Jani (13) wants only one thing: her return. Jani knows her mother, Winnie, is the reason Julia left, and the two are growing distant while Winnie buries her guilt in work. Only Oma, the grandmother, comforts Jani. Unknown to Winnie and Oma, Jani secretly keeps in touch with Julia. Over four December days, Jani must choose: stay silent or confront her mother.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest, tense and warm. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Family, coming-of-age, grief, isolation

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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